A siege is unfolding on the New South Wales South Coast as residents are urged to avoid the area.
Heavily armed police swarmed Junction Road in Nowra after a call about a concern for welfare just before 1pm.
There are unconfirmed reports of shots being fired.
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"Road closures are in place and the public is urged to avoid the area," police said.
More to come.
